EHS Supervisor

Requisition
13489
-Posted
- United States

- Onsite

- Full-Time

- Supply Chain

Newell Brands is a leading consumer products company with a portfolio of iconic brands like Graco®, Coleman®, Oster®, Rubbermaid®, Sharpie® and Yankee Candle® - and 24,000 talented teammates around the world. Our culture is built on values in action:
Integrity, Teamwork, Passion for Winning, Ownership, and Leadership. We work together to win, grow, and make a real impact—supported by a high-performing, inclusive, and collaborative environment where you can be your best, every day.

The EHS Supervisor position is responsible for supporting the EHS Department with a strong emphasis on employee safety training, help in management of the Workers Compensation Program, powered industrial equipment program management, and support various safety programs. Must comply with OSHA/EPA and maintain a safe work environment for the Whately, MA Operations. This position will report to the EHS Manager.

• Ability to work in a fast‑paced team environment with constant interruptions, quick communications regarding business goals, extensive short‑term planning based on established/changing priorities, ongoing problem solving, and some irregular hours required
• Ability to manage and communicate status of Workers Compensation Claims in coordination with a TPA
• Ability to convey knowledge of Safety Programs that comply with OSHA 1910
• Ability to Lead through influence working across different departments and shifts
• Ability to manage projects to completion, both short and long term
• Ability to always maintain confidentiality and professional integrity
• Use DMAIC problem solving to facilitate Incident investigations, recommend countermeasures, conduct safety related loss analysis
• Drive Continuous Improvement for the location’s overall EHS programs
• Coordinate Powered Industrial Equipment program with site department leaders to ensure compliance
• Provide case management to any injuries that require treatment beyond first aid to ensure health care of employee post work related injury following Yankee Candle’s Injury Treatment Protocol and as advised by Medical & Health Care Advisor
• Ability to organize and guide site safety committees to perform tasks that positively benefit and help drive improvement of the location’s safety effort
• Facilitate effective EH&S related training for Hourly and Salary associates, temporary, and visitors following company procedures.
• Coordinate the specialized training programs (LOTO, Confined Space, etc.) with subject matter experts. Ensure specialized trainings comply with all OSHA, NEC, NFPA regulations. Provide coaching to Experts/Trainers to further develop skill set.
• Assist in the creation/updates of site‑specific safety training programs and materials
• Must be able to work independently and as part of a team
• Manage & complete all related work assignments and other duties as requested
• Spend time on the floor to identify unsafe acts and/or conditions and recommend appropriate fixes
• Ability for annual, limited travel to other Newell Brands sites for business for business needs such as benchmarking and assessments
• Ability to work a flexible schedule a plus
• Other duties at the direction of EHS Manager

• Potential candidate would hold an Associate’s Degree (Bachelor’s preferred) in Occupational Health & Safety or other manufacturing related field. Plant experience will be considered with progressive responsibility relating to EHS programs
• Workers Compensation experience preferred
• Excellent MS Office software skills including PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, and Word. PowerBI experience a plus
• Experience navigating cloud‑based programs such as SharePoint a plus
• Strong presentation skills and experience in training multiple skill levels
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Knowledge of safety in manufacturing environment and OSHA regulations
• Knowledge of Workers Compensation Claims Management
• Highly organized with ability to change focus in fast paced environment with changing priorities
• Knowledge of Environmental Regulations a plus

• Must be able to stand frequently; walk; use hands to…